A Valentine Special
HOW DEEP THE FATHER’S LOVE FOR US, how vast beyond all measure,
That He should give His only Son to make a wretch His treasure.
How great the pain of searing loss—The Father turns His face away,
As wounds which mar the Chosen One bring many sons to glory.
Behold the Man upon a cross, my sin upon His shoulders;
Ashamed, I hear my mocking voice call out among the scoffers.
It was my sin that held Him there until it was accomplished;
His dying breath has brought me life—I know that it is finished.
I will not boast in anything, no gifts, no power, no wisdom;
But I will boast in Jesus Christ, His death and resurrection.
Why should I gain from His reward? I cannot give an answer;
But this I know with all my heart—His wounds have paid my ransom.
~Stuart Townend
We praise God for His wondrous love for us and for His many blessings.
This month will mark the 70th wedding anniversary of John’s parents, Carl and Martha Lavin. What a Christ-centered marriage they have shared! They were honored with a special interview from the San Antonio Express-News and are on the front page of today’s paper!
February 14th, 2007 22:22
Oh, that is so truly wonderful and touching. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Lavin, on 70 years of marriage built on the Rock. What a beautiful example for us all. God bless you!
Respectfully,
Ruthanne